Full-day whale-watching trip from Québec City

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Language: English, French

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Duration: 11 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

The tour offers a breathtaking whale watching experience in Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park

You'll witness up to 13 fascinating whale species with expert guides

There's comfortable round-trip transport by bus from Québec City

A choice between boat or intimate zodiac experiences is available

You can marvel at the dramatic cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord

What we expect

Experience the wonders of whale watching in the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park on a day trip from Québec City. You'll have the choice between a smooth ride aboard a boat (Option 1), or an exhilarating Zodiac ride (Option 2), both offering the chance to spot up to 13 different whale species. The journey includes a scenic bus ride to and from the park, allowing you to relax and enjoy the landscape.

Option 1: Boat ride on a modern vessel
Option 2: Zodiac ride for a more thrilling encounter

During the tour, certified naturalist guides provide informative commentary in both French and English about...

✔Roundtrip transportation
✔Lifejacket
✔Naturalist guide
✔Wildlife watching cruise

What to remember

Accessibility:

Not suitable for wheelchair users

Zodiac excursions are not advisable and are even prohibited for certain persons, such as young children (under the age of 6), pregnant women, people suffering from articulation, back, or autonomy problems. If you or any members of your group fall under these criteria, select the boat option for a comfortable and equally exciting whale-watching experience

Know in advance:

The round-trip bus journey from Québec City to Baie-Sainte-Catherine, Charlevoix takes approximately 3 hours each way

You can either pack a lunch and/or snacks, or you can buy a preprepared lunchbox from the tour operator's lunchbox service upon arrival at Baie-Sainte-Catherine (depending on availability)

For personal expenses, only credit card payments are accepted on board (no cash)

The whale sighting rate is extremely high. However, as the marine park is a natural environment, sometimes the mammals can be more elusive. No worries! If no sightings are made, you'll be offered another whale watching tour (boat tour only)

Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers

It is recommended to dress warmly, even in summer, as temperatures on the water are cooler than on land

For the Zodiac option:

Upon arrival, waterproof jackets and pants are provided, and you will have to sign a release form for the activity

Lifejackets are available for the Zodiac only

It is recommended to bringing a change of clothes for after the activity

Note that the Zodiac does not have food or restrooms onboard